Sep 11, 2020 | Christmas, Kits, Paper Pumpkin, Stampin' Up! |
This week I’ve been taking care of home projects so blogging was put aside for a few days. You know all those “get around to” projects – well, I finally got around to some of them! It sure felt good to cross the tasks off the list.
Today, I’m back sharing with you the information on the October 2020 Paper Pumpkin, Joy to the World. The Joy to the World Paper Pumpkin Kit is an exclusive holiday kit that provides a specially-designed box with enough supplies to create eight elegant cards. Plus, there’s an opportunity to connect with the Stampin’ Up! global community.
With October’s magical kit, not only can you get a head start on your holiday crafting—you can create Christmas cards, share project ideas, and spread holiday cheer with other Stampin’ Up! customers and demonstrators around the world! After you receive your kit, you can join the Joy of Paper Pumpkin Facebook group to make the most of the Joy to the World kit.
Details:
- Kit contains enough supplies to create eight cards—four each of two designs—and coordinating envelopes.
- Kit includes die-cut pieces in English, French, and German. This will allow you to create cards you can use to send to friends you may have around the world—in their language!
- Card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
- Envelope size: 4-1/2″ x 5-3/4″ (11.4 x 14.6 cm)
- Coordinating Colors: Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Just Jade, Soft Sea Foam
Subscribe to the October 2020 Paper Pumpkin Kit from 11 September to 10 October at paperpumpkin.com. Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.
Each month, I look forward to receiving my Paper Pumpkin kit. It’s a treat to have all the craft materials in one box ready to create beautiful projects.
Reminders:
The September 3D Tutorial Bundle is available! This month the projects are focusing on Halloween.
Would you like the Tutorial Bundle?
You have several ways of receiving the 3D Tutorial Bundle:
1. Order $50 (before taxes and shipping) from my online store between now and September 30, 2020 and you’ll get the PDF for FREE.
2. Purchase the September 3D Tutorial Bundle PDF (a total of 6 tutorials) for $15.00. This is a one-time purchase. Simply drop me an email at creativestampingwithMargaret@gmail.com and I will send you a PayPal Invoice. Upon receipt of payment, I will send you the tutorial bundle.
3. Join my Playtime with Paper team! Team members always receive the tutorials for FREE! September is a great time to join – Stampin’ Up! is offering the “Get & Go Starter Kit Promotion”. In addition to the regular Starter Kit ($99), you’ll receive enough cardstock pieces to make 16 cards, a pack of Rhinestone Basic Jewels, the So Much Love stamp set, and the Queen Anne’s Lace stamp set. Contact me for more details.
Thanks for stopping by today. Enjoy your weekend and check back on Monday when I’ll be sharing a new project idea (since I completed my household chores, I can craft again – LOL).
Happy crafting…
Aug 27, 2020 | August-December 2020 Mini Catalog, Cards, Christmas, Designer Series Paper, Heartwarming Hugs, Holiday, Punches, Rectangular Postage Stamp, Uncategorized |
Yes, we still have a few months to go before Christmas arrives but it’s never to early to start planning! Today, I’m sharing a Patchwork Christmas card. Using the Rectangular Postage Stamp punch, a variety of coordinating papers from the Heartwarming Hugs Designer Series Paper are cut. The Heartwarming Hugs Designer Series Paper has many patterns in traditional Christmas colors so it’s perfect for creating a patchwork card. The sentiment for the card is chosen from the Tag Buffet Photopolymer Stamp Set.
Card Materials & Details:
- Card base: Real Red cardstock
- Layer 1: Mossy Meadow cardstock (5-1/4″ x 4″)
- Punch eight (8) coordinating pieces of the Heartwarming Hugs Designer Series Paper using the Rectangular Postage Stamp Punch.
- Randomly arrange the postage stamp pieces onto the Mossy Meadow cardstock layer allowing some to overlap the edges. After adhering in place, trim the edges of the
postage stamps that overlap. NOTE: When arranging the pieces, you will have an open space in the card center – it will be covered by the sentiment label. Also, pay attention and only add adhesive to the portion of the stamp that will be on the Mossy Meadow layer (ask me why?! LOL) - Use strong adhesive and attach the postage stamp layer to the card base.
- Stamp the sentiment onto Whisper White cardstock using Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Pad. Cut shape using the Stitched Nested Labels Dies.
- With Stampin’ Seal, attach the sentiment piece to a Real Red label cut using the next larger size Stitched Nested Labels Dies.
- Attach the label to the card front covering the open space area in the card center. To add lift, attach using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
- Embellish around the sentiment with red rhinestone jewels.
The Patchwork Christmas Card design is great to use if you’re making multiple cards. Select your favorite coordinating Designer Series Papers and start punching! By varying the placement and paper patterns of the postage shapes, you can create cards that differ slightly. Yet, you’re using the same materials for all of the cards. Select your favorite holiday sentiments to add even more variety. The full list of items used for today’s card is listed at the bottom of the post.
Reminders:
Don’t forget if you earned $5 Bonus Days coupon codes last month, August is the month to use them! Redeem them on or before August 31, 2020. Be sure to check out the Online Store by clicking here. When viewing the Online Store, be sure to check in the upper left hand corner for the Shopping With notice. You should see my name listed.
Still available is the August 3D Tutorial Bundle! This month it features the Nothing’s Better Than product bundle. You’ll want to get it before September 1st.
Would you like the Tutorial Bundle?
You have several ways of receiving the 3D Tutorial Bundle:
1. Order $50 (before taxes and shipping) from my online store from now – August 31, 2020 and you’ll get the PDF for FREE.
2. Purchase the August 3D Tutorial Bundle PDF (a total of 6 tutorials) for $15.00. This is a one-time purchase. Simply drop me an email at creativestampingwithMargaret@gmail.com so I can send you a PayPal Invoice. Upon receipt of payment, I will send you the tutorial bundle.
3. Join my Playtime with Paper team! Team members always receive the tutorials for FREE!
Thanks for stopping by today! As always, don’t hesitate to contact me via email or in the comments section with any questions regarding the projects presented. Happy crafting…
Project Materials:
The host code for August is: JUU2YA39. Please use this code if your order is $150 or less (before shipping & taxes). If your order is over $150, you will receive the host rewards.
Dec 13, 2019 | 2019 Holiday Catalog, Christmas, Designer Series Paper, Mini-Pizza Box, Treat Holders |
I’m finally getting a few minutes to post another project for you. Today, I’m featuring a Wrapped in Plaid Mini Pizza Box. The past couple of weeks have been busy with travel and family so blog time dropped on the priority list. Actually, I hauled my laptop with me on my travels but spending time with family became more important. I am sure you’ve likely experienced times when you had plans that were altered due to obligations. I’m glad that I had the opportunity to visit my parents during this holiday season. Just hoping our internet stays on so I can complete this blog – it’s been stubborn the past few days!
You’re going to love this project, a Wrapped in Plaid Mini Pizza Box. It’s perfect packaging for treats or small gifts and best of all, it’s quick to make. The blue plaid paper from the Wrapped in Plaid Specialty Designer Series Paper pack was selected. I love the combination of Night of Navy and Shaded Spruce. The sentiment, Merry and Bright, is from the Everything Festive Stamp set. Notice the ribbon? It’s the Gold Metallic Edge Ribbon that is colored using the Dark Shaded Stampin’ Blend marker. I just love that the Stampin’ Blends work perfectly to color ribbons for coordinating with projects.
Details:
- To cover the Mini Pizza Box, cut one piece of the Designer Series Paper 3-1/4″ x 3″1/4″ for the top. Cut 4 pieces 3/4″ x 3’1/4″ to attach to the side panels of the mini pizza box. Assemble mini pizza box and attach the designer series paper using Snail Adhesive.
- Stamp the sentiment onto Whisper White cardstock using Shaded Spruce Classic Pad and cut with the large circle Stitched Shapes die. Cut a piece of Gold Glimmer Paper using a large scallop die from the Layering Circles Dies. Attach the sentiment layer to the gold glimmer using Multipurpose Liquid Adhesive. Embellish with Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels.
- Using the Dark Shaded Spruce Stampin’ Blends, color approximately 18″ of Gold Metallic Edge Ribbon. Wrap ribbon around box and tie a bow – but first fill box with goodies or a small gift.
- Finish the gift by adding the sentiment to the top using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
The mini pizza boxes can easily be altered for any occasion by changing the Designer Series Paper. So look through your paper stash!
Time is running out for Holiday shipping so place your orders soon.
Thanks for stopping by! Check back often as I have more holiday projects to share.
Project Materials: (click on link to order)
The Host Code for December is X9EWHRMR: Please use Host Code only if your order is less than $150. If your order exceeds $150, you will receive the host rewards!
Dec 2, 2019 | 2019 Holiday Catalog, 2019-2020 Annual Catalog, Brightly Gleaming Product Suite, Christmas, Copper Tea Tins, Gifts, Quick & Easy, Uncategorized |
It’s hard to believe that it’s December already. Since Thanksgiving was later this year, it seems Christmas will be here in a flash. I spent the weekend putting up a few holiday decorations and decided that this year, I would scale back in comparison to past years. What’s great is the decorating is complete. I can now relax and enjoy the holiday touches.
That brings me to today’s project, an embellished Copper Tea Tin. Have you seen the Copper Tea Tins in the Stampin’ Up! 2019-2020 Annual Catalog? You can find them on page 173. Four tins come in the package. The tins are perfect for embellishing and for creating a quick gift. I plan to fill the tea tins with small cookies and candies for holiday gifting. A huge thank you to Patty Bennett for the inspiration! For this tin, the Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer Series Paper creates the backdrop for the embellishing. However, this particular Designer Series Paper is no longer available. If you do not have this particular paper, no worries as next week I’ll provide alternatives for embellishing the Copper Tea Tin.
Details for embellishing the Copper Tea Tin:
- Wrap a piece of 3″ x 12″ of Brightly Gleaming Designer Series Paper around the Copper Tea Tin, secure with Tear & Tape Adhesive.
- Cut a coordinating piece of the Brightly Gleaming Designer Series Paper, 2″ x 12″ and wrap it around the first layer of Designer Series Paper.
- Color the 1/2″ Classic Weave Ribbon using the Dark Pretty Peacock Blends. Set aside to dry for a few minutes while working on other project elements.
- Using the Stitched Stars Dies, cut a star from Very Vanilla cardstock. Layer a large star from the Brightly Gleaming Foil Elements on top. TIP: use a glue dot in the center of the star to attach it to the Very Vanilla.
- On Whisper White cardstock, stamp the holly from the Christmas Gleaming Stamp Set using Mossy Meadow Classic Ink Pad. Use a Blender Pen to pull the ink from the stamped image and color the holly leaves. Fussy cut using Paper Snips.
- For the berries, use Night of Navy Classic Ink Pad to stamp another holly. Again, use a Blender Pen to pull the ink from the stamped lines to color the berries. Fussy cut the berries and add to the holly leaves with Mini Glue Dots.
- Stamp the sentiment from the Tiny Keepsakes stamp set onto Whisper White cardstock using Night of Navy Classic Ink Pad. Cut with the Mini Curvy Keepsakes Box Dies.
- Assemble layers: first wrap the Classic Weave ribbon around the tin and tie on side in a knot. Add the star using Tear & Tape adhesive. Next add the sentiment tag and the Holly onto the star using Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals. Complete by embellishing with Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels.
The tin is now ready to be filled with goodies!
Reminder:
Refer to my previous post if you’re interested in the PDFs for the eight Make ‘n Take projects from the Pack & Play Craft Escape. Here’s the link: https://creativestampingwithmargaret.com/2019/11/pack-play-craft-escape.html
Thanks for stopping by! Check back often as I have more holiday projects to share.
Project Materials: (click on link to order)
The Host Code for December is X9EWHRMR: Please use Host Code only if your order is less than $150. If your order exceeds $150, you will receive the host rewards!
Nov 27, 2019 | 2019 Holiday Catalog, Christmas, Gifts, Tags |
Ready for another another embellished store bought item? While shopping recently, I spied a set of plaid Christmas tree dish towels. Immediately, I thought of the Wrapped in Plaid Designer Series Paper (DSP) and how easy it would be to create a coordinating gift tag for the dishtowels. Okay, I know you’re thinking that I must be crazy when shopping to think of things that coordinate with Stampin’ Up! products. Maybe I am just a bit but you have to admit, the dishtowels coordinate perfectly with the Wrapped in Plaid DSP. The Pine Tree Punch and the Perfectly Plaid Stamp Set were also used. Save 10% by purchasing the punch and stamp set as a bundle. By creating a Wrapped in Plaid 3-D Gift Tag, the dishtowel has become a simple, inexpensive gift to present during this season of giving.
Steps to make a Wrapped in Plaid 3-D Gift Tag:
- Create a tag base using 2″ x 4-1/4″ piece of Real Red cardstock. Punch one end with the Delightful Tag Topper Punch. Round the corners on the bottom of the tag with the Detailed Trio Punch.
- Cut a piece of Whisper White cardstock 3-1/4″ x 1-3/4″. Use the Detailed Trio Punch, to round the four corners. Stamp HO HO HO from the Perfectly Plaid Stamp Set onto the bottom section of the Whisper White cardstock panel using Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad. Attach to the tag base using Snail Adhesive. If desired, cut another piece of the Whisper White cardstock to add to the back of the tag and stamp with a To/From stamp.
- Use the Pine Tree Punch to cut 3 trees from the Wrapped in Plaid Designer Series Paper. TIP: punch two from the “front” side of the paper and one from the “back or reverse” side. By doing this, the trees will align properly. Score down the center of each of the punched pine trees and fold. Attach one side of each of the trees to one another using multipurpose liquid adhesive. Be sure to align the tree branches so they match. After creating the tree, attach to the tag above the HO HO HO. Embellish tree top with a Red Rhinestone. See photos below on how to punch and assemble.
- If you are using the tag to embellish a dish towel, tie around towel using the Real Red 1″ Ruched Ribbon. Tie three Jingle Bells together with Whisper White Baker’s Twine and wrap around knot of the ribbon bow.
When shopping, look for some dishtowels to embellish as a quick and easy gift. I found the towel for this project at TJ Maxx and the dishtowel came in a package of two towels.
Margaret’s BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL:
WooHoo! it’s a Black Friday Special starting Thanksgiving day (November 28) through Sunday, December 1st. I am offering FREE Shipping on all orders $25 and above. Since this is my personal offer, you must email me (creativestampingwithMargaret@gmail.com) to place your order. In the subject line, enter Margaret’s Black Friday Special (this will ensure, I don’t accidentally miss the email). I will enter your Customer Order and notify you of the amount due. Plus if your order is in excess of $150, you will receive Host Rewards. IMPORTANT NOTE: If you order online, the free shipping will not apply since this is not being offered by Stampin’ Up!
Reminder:
Refer to my previous post if you’re interested in the PDFs for the eight Make ‘n Take projects from the Pack & Play Craft Escape. Here’s the link: https://creativestampingwithmargaret.com/2019/11/pack-play-craft-escape.html
Thanks for stopping by! Check back often as I have more quick and easy ideas for Christmas gift giving.
Project Materials: (click on link to order)
The Host Code for November is JBQQM6VR:. Please use Host Code only if your order is less than $150. If your order exceeds $150, you will receive the host rewards!
Nov 25, 2019 | 2019 Holiday Catalog, Christmas |
Do you like quick and easy gift ideas? I do! When shopping, I am always on the search for items that coordinate with Stampin’ Up! products. Finding products that coordinate make it easy to create embellishments for dressing up an inexpensive gift. One such item I spied recently are the Ghiradelli Snowman Peppermints. The packaging and themed peppermints coordinate perfectly with the Let It Snow Suite in the 2019 Holiday Catalog. The Let It Snow Specialty Designer Series Paper and the Snowman Builder Punch combine with the Let It Snow Embellishment Kit to create a snowman tag for the package. With a few other touches, the embellished Ghiradelli Snowman Peppermints became a quick gift to have on hand for the holidays. Details for creating the tag is below the photo.
How to create the Snowman Tag:
- With the Snowman Builder punch, cut the snowman from the Let It Snow Specialty Designer Series Paper (DSP).
- Create a base for the snowman from Real Red cardstock using the Pretty Label punch.
- Cut a 2-inch strip of the silver white dot paper from the Feels Like Frost DSP. Use Triple Banner Punch on one end of the paper to create the tag. Fold approximately 1-1/2″ over the top of the Ghiradelli Snowman Peppermint bag and adhere with Snail Adhesive.
- Use the Christmas Layers Dies to cut a piece the connected snowflakes from Sparkle Glimmer Paper. Attach to the Feels Like Frost tag using snail adhesive. TIP: Place Snail adhesive only in the area where the Pretty Label Punch will be placed. The adhesive will be covered so you won’t see it through the snowflakes on the finished tag.
- Stamp the Just for You sentiment from the #Elfie stamp set using Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad onto a scrap of Whisper White cardstock. Use 1″ circle punch to cut the sentiment.
- Referring to photo above for placement, layer the sentiment and the snowman onto the Real Red Pretty Label. The snowman is attached using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Embellish the snowman using the Let It Snow Embellishment Kit and randomly add Basic Rhinestone Jewels to the label base. Attach to the tag over the glimmer paper snowflakes using Snail adhesive.
- Complete by wrapping Real Red 1/8″ Curly Ribbon around the package twice and tie into a bow.
The Embellished Ghiradelli Snowman Peppermints are now ready for gift giving! Ghiradelli also has small packages of the Snowman Peppermints so you could add just a snowman and sentiment when you want to give someone “just a little something”.
Reminder:
Refer to my previous post if you’re interested in the PDFs for the eight Make ‘n Take projects from the Pack & Play Craft Escape. Here’s the link: https://creativestampingwithmargaret.com/2019/11/pack-play-craft-escape.html
Thanks for stopping by! Check back often as I have more quick and easy ideas for Christmas gift giving.
Project Materials: (click on link to order)
The Host Code for November is JBQQM6VR:. Please use Host Code only if your order is less than $150. If your order exceeds $150, you will receive the host rewards!
